1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 789 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Because 1974 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
